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Fergus vs Sid

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fergus

Boy #4,453 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"man of vigor"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,453
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Sid

Boy #4,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wide meadow, wide island"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,636
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Fergus Rank #4,453
Sid Rank #4,636

Fergus is more popular, ranked #4453 vs #4636 for Sid.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fergus or Sid more popular?

Fergus is more popular, ranked #4453 compared to Sid at #4636 in the United States.

What do Fergus and Sid mean?

Fergus means "man of vigor" (Old Irish origin). Sid means "wide meadow, wide island" (Old English origin).

Are Fergus and Sid boy or girl names?

Fergus is primarily a boy name. Sid is primarily a boy name.

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